A historical moment
What else could have Kashmir Valley got as an Eid gift from no other than the Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an all season rail connectivity to the region promising new avenues for growth and development became a reality. . Considered as one of the modern wonders the 272 Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project constructed […]
Eid Ul Adha: Celebrations and Practices
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi Eid Ul Adha or Bakr Eid and the Festival of Sacrifice is one of the biggest Islamic festivals celebrated by Muslims all over the world. Eid Ul Adha is celebrated with deep religious fervor, cultural diversity and high social cohesion in Kashmir. Given the very long history of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.)’s […]
The Spirit of Eid-ul-Adha: Beyond animal sacrifice
By: Sahil Swe Eid al-Adha (Arabic: عيد الأضحى, romanized: ʿĪd al-ʾAḍḥā, lit. ’Feast of Sacrifice’) is the second of the two main festivals in Islam alongside Eid al-Fitr. It takes place on the 10th of Dhu al-Hijja, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. Celebrations and observances are typically carried over to the next […]
Two killed in separate road mishaps across Kashmir
Srinagar: Two people were killed and five people were injured in two road mishaps in Pulwama and Srinagar respectively, officials said Friday. They said that a tragic bike accident in Pinglena, Pulwama district, on Thursday evening claimed one life and left another injured, just ahead of a festive day. Officials said that the victims were […]
Kashmir Rail Link- June 6 a special day for J&K people: PM Modi
Says Vande Bharat trains will boost spiritual tourism, create livelihood opportunities; Srinagar: A day ahead of dedicating Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project (USBRL) to nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that June 6, 2025 is going to be a special day for people of Jammu and Kashmir. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the […]
Need for cleaner environs
We all are aware about the need to have safe and clean environs for ensuring a healthy lifestyle for the people. However, given the ever increasing use of machines and continuing industrial activity the pollution levels have been witnessing huge growth raising concerns among health experts. Recent studies and practical knowledge attained by the specialists […]
The Mental Health Epidemic
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur In an era where science is sending rockets to Mars and artificial intelligence is reshaping how we live and work, humanity finds itself battling a far more intimate, silent, and insidious crisis — the epidemic of mental health disorders. Unlike visible diseases that manifest physically, mental illnesses reside in the hidden chambers […]
The magnificent feast
By: Mohammad Hanief Amid the snow-clad peaks, saffron fields, and serene valleys of Kashmir, there lies a culinary tradition as rich and layered as the culture itself — the legendary Wazwan. More than just a meal, Wazwan is an immersive cultural experience, a celebration of identity, and a testament to centuries-old culinary craftsmanship. Whether served […]
